Foundation for Executive Coaching Part 2

The Center for Coaching Certification (CCC) Coaching Model process, built on a foundation of training, competency, and ethics, focuses on working toward the outcomes the client chooses and coaching success is based on developing and effectively using core competencies as an executive coach.

In keeping with the Core Competencies for
executive coaches as promoted by the International Coaches Federation (ICF):

Demonstrate your focus on and respect for the client by recognizing their preferences and adjusting to their style.

When you have executive coaching sessions, set aside everything else and focus completely on the client and the process.

Enhance your communication with open interest and support, exploring the possibilities of different approaches.

A great executive coach is both a great listener and a great questioner.

Executive coaches open the door for possibilities by sharing perspective and then asking more questions.

Expand on answers with carefully-worded probing questions.

Ask for more ideas and brainstorm.

As an executive coach, you are a strategic and accountability partner. Support the client in developing their plan and deciding on how they are accountable to their plan. Best of all: Executive coaches have the privilege of celebrating successes with clients.